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Ministry of Women and Child Development
Ministry of Women & Child Development organizes Special Campaign 2.0
Ministry of Women & Child Development is organizing Special Campaign 2.0 to reduce pendency and effective management of space with special attention on field/ outstation offices in addition to the Ministries and the attached/ subordinate offices.
All the guidelines issued by DARPG were circulated to all concerned and the details of target pending references identified for disposal during Special Campaign 2.0. During the preparatory phase , the Ministry sensitized its Departments and autonomous bodies/ attached offices, mobilized ground functionaries for the Campaign, identified pending references and finalized the campaign sites.
Senior Officers of the Ministry visited the premises/rooms/sections of the Ministry in three buildings on 13.09.2022 &15.09.2022 to inspect the status of cleanliness, space management etc, followed by series of meetings with Bureau Heads/ Divisional Heads to review the status of disposal.
Cleaning and plantation in and around septic tank
2758 Swachhata campaign sites have been identified for undertaking cleanliness activities under Special Campaign 2.0, out of which 2000 Child Care Institutions, 708 One Stop Centres are located in various districts of the country and attached/ subordinate offices of the Ministry i.e. CARA, NCW, NIPCCD, NCPCR and CSWB. Further, 04 sites viz. NIPCCD Regional Centre, Guwahati, NIPCCD Regional Centre, Mohali, One Stop Centre, Kohima, Nagaland &Krishna Kutir, Mathura have been identified for DD News coverage. Out of around 1,70,000 physical/ E-files identified for review during the campaign, 8,595 files have been weeded out/ closed as on 17.10.2022.
Secretary, WCD participated in a panel discussion regarding Special Campaign 2.0 held on 20.09.2022 in Doordarshan Studios, New Delhi.
Special Cleanliness Drive at NCPCR Work Premises.
The videos/ photos of cleanliness activities being conducted during the campaign are being shared through social media by the field/ outstation offices as well as through the media handles of the Ministry. A short film on the visit of Secretary, DARPG to NIPCCD, Guwahati, an autonomous body of the Ministry, has been broadcast in Doordarshan and photos of the same shared through social media.
The following best practices are being adopted by field offices/ institutions under the Ministry of Women and Child Development during the campaign –
- Training for making usable products from waste material
- Cleanliness drive of road adjoining the institution
- Feeding of data on adopted children by CARA
- Cleaning clogged pipelines
- Cleaning and plantation in and around septic tank in the institution
- Addressing waste disposal and water logging issues in the institution
The progress on disposal of pending references is being reviewed on a weekly basis by Secretary,WCD and on a daily basis by Joint Secretary/ Deputy Secretary. The status of disposal is being updated on a regular basis on DARPG portal.
Disposal of scrap identified in the Ministry and its autonomous bodies/ attached offices is under process.
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Ministry of Defence
CONDUCT OF FIFTH EDITION OF AI WORKSHOP AT INS VALSURA 09-11 AUG 23
The 5th edition of the three day AI workshop on ‘Artificial Intelligence for the Future Fleet’ was organised at INS Valsura, Jamnagar from 09 – 11 Aug 23. The key note address was delivered by VAdm MA Hampiholi,Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command. In his keynote address, he highlighted the initiatives taken by the Indian Navy in the niche field and stressed upon the importance of Artificial Intelligence and its applications for the future fleet.
The workshop witnessed insightful talks by Shri Abhishek Singh, IAS , Prof K Subbarao , Dr Angshuman Ghosh , Dr Amit Sighee , Dr Swanand Deodhar , Dr Apurva Joshi from Indrones, Mr. Mahesh Kshirsagar , Dr Praneeth Netrapalli , Prof Pushpak Bhattacharya  and Dr Monojit Choudhury, Microsoft Research  over the span of three days. Indian Navy Incubation Centre for Artificial Intelligence  presented various AI initiatives being steered by the Indian Navy. Selected technical papers on latest trends and application of AI was also presented by service officers from WESEE, Indian Naval Academy and INS Shakti. A compendium of technical papers, received from various Commands and Directorates at IHQ MoD was also released during the occasion.
The workshop was attended by over 100 onsite and 200 online participants, from tri-services institutions, academia and students of engineering colleges across the country. The closing address was delivered by Commanding Officer, INS Valsura who congratulated the presenters and attendees from various units on successful culmination of the fifth Edition of the AI Workshop and emphasised the importance of embracing this niche technology in Naval domain.
Ministry of Defence
PASSING OUT OF OFFICER TRAINEES AT NAVAL BASE
The 98th Integrated Officer Trainees Course passed out on 05 Dec 20 on completion of their afloat training onboard ships of First Training Squadron in a short but inspiring ceremony, curtailed due to the COVID-19 imposed restrictions. Rear Admiral Antony George, VSM, NM, Chief Staff Officer  of Southern Naval Command awarded trophies to the meritorious officer trainees during the Passing Out Divisions held onboard the ships. The course consisted of 132 officer trainees, including 114 Naval, 13 Coast Guard and 05 foreign trainees .The First Training Squadron based at Kochi comprises of Indian Naval Ships Tir, Magar, Shardul, Sujata, Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarathi and Sail Training Ships Tarangini and Sudarshini.
The coveted Chief of Naval Staff Trophy and Telescope for the Best All Round Sea Trainee was awarded to Sub Lieutenant Sushil Singh. Chief of Naval Staff Trophy and Binoculars for standing First in Overall Order of Merit was awarded to Sub Lieutenant Abhishek Ingle. Assistant Commandant Sonmale Suraj Krishant received the DG ICG Trophy for the Best Coast Guard Sea Trainee and Sub Lieutenant Kehsav Satyam Katti was awarded FOC-IN-C East Rolling Trophy for showing maximum progress in professional subjects during the term onboard. Sub Lieutenant Debsashish Singh Deo was awarded Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief South Rolling Trophy for sports and extracurricular activities while also excelling in professional subjects.
The sea training of 24 weeks commenced on 29 Jun 20. During this phase of training, the Sea Trainees are imparted instructions on seamanship, navigation, ship handling, Officer of the Watch / Officer of the Day duties and technical aspects with emphasis on practical training. Designed to enable them to get their sea legs, the intensive sea training provides them an exposure to the rigours of life at sea in a conducive training environment that prepares young officers to undertake combat as well as ‘less than war’ functions effectively. The Sea Trainees spent 61 days at sea and visited various ports on the east and west Coast of India as well as the Straits of Malacca and Singapore. The trainees were also provided to sail training experience onboard the sail training ships, INS Tarangini and Sudarshini.
The officers will now join various frontline Indian Naval warships and Coast Guard patrol vessels on the western and eastern sea board for next phase of afloat training.
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Ministry of Cooperation
Union Home and Cooperation Minister, Shri Amit Shah announces constitution of National level committee for drafting the national cooperation policy document
The new National Cooperative Policy is being formulated to realize
vision of 'Sahakar Se Samriddhi' under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi
The Union Home and Cooperation Minster, Shri Amit Shah had recently announced that a national Cooperation policy will soon be prepared which will have a holistic approach from PACS upwards
Document to provide enabling framework in line with co-operative principles, to realise the vision of ‘Sahakar se Samriddhi’, strengthening cooperative movement in the country and deepening its reach up to the grassroots, and promoting cooperative-based economic development model
The Union Home and Cooperation Minister, Shri Amit Shah has announced the constitution of a National level committee for drafting of the national cooperation policy document. The new National Cooperative Policy is being formulated to realize the vision of 'Sahakar Se Samriddhi ' under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi.
The National Level Committee under the Chairmanship of former Union Cabinet Minister, Shri Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu, consists of 47 members from all parts of the country. The Committee comprises experts of the cooperative sector; representatives of National / State / District & Primary Cooperative Societies; Secretaries  & Registrars of Cooperative Societies of States / UTs; and Officers from Central Ministries / Departments.
The Union Home and Cooperation Minster, Shri Amit Shah had recently announced that a national Cooperation policy will soon be prepared which will have a holistic approach from PACS upwards.
The existing National Policy on Cooperatives, was formulated in 2002 with the objectives of facilitating all round development of cooperatives and providing necessary support, encouragement and assistance to them, so as to ensure that cooperatives work as autonomous, self-reliant and democratically managed institutions accountable to their members and make a significant contribution to the national economy. Today, India has around 8.5 lakh co-operative societies with a member base of around 29 crore, spread across the length and breadth of the country. These co-operatives are engaged in varied activities like agro-processing, dairying, fisheries, housing, weaving, credit, marketing, to name a few.
The new National Cooperation Policy document is being formulated with a view to fulfilling the mandate given to the new Ministry of Cooperation, which inter alia, includes realizing the vision of ‘Sahakar se Samriddhi’; strengthening cooperative movement in the country and deepening its reach up to the grassroots; promoting cooperative-based economic development model; creating an appropriate policy, legal and institutional framework to help cooperatives realise their potential. The new policy will go a long way in strengthening the co-operative movement in the country.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
100 additional One Stop Centres approved
Ministry of Women and Child Development has set up 182 OSCs till date
In the Programme Approval Board  meeting of the Ministry of Women and Child Development today, 100 additional One Stop Centres have been approved in the States of Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.
The Ministry of Women & Child Development has set up 182 Centres till date under the scheme of One Stop Centres  for women affected by violence since April, 2015. Over 1.3 lakhs such women affected by violence have been assisted at these centres till date in 33 States/UTs.
The purpose of these OSCs is to facilitate integrated services for women affected with violence such as police assistance, medical aid, psycho-social counselling, legal aid/counselling, temporary stay for 5 days etc. such that aggrieved women can avail services under one roof and The OSCs are established in existing buildings and in new constructed buildings in a standard format. The OSC at Raipur, Chhattisgarh that is functional as the premier constructed buildinghas received the Hon’ble President’s award on 8th March, 2018, International Women’s Day.
As per the Cabinet Decision in the meeting dated 21st April,2018 it was decided that in the coming years every district will be covered by one OSC and each OSC will be strengthened with an additional annual grant of Rs. 50,000 for immediate assistance for first aid.
Also, the scheme of Universalization of Women's Helpline  of the Ministry that was also started in April, 2015 has now become operational in 30 States/UTs. Every OSC is integrated to this Women Helpline. The Helplines have assisted over 16.5 lakh women so far.
List of Approved Districts for One Stop Centres in the PAB Meeting dated 7.05.2018 is as below:
List of Approved Districts for One Stop Centres in the PAB Meeting dated 7.05.2018
Ministry of Home Affairs
The Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah condoled the passing away of the Union Cabinet Minister, Shri Ram Vilas Paswan
I am extremely disturbed to hear the news about the passing away of Shri Ram Vilas Paswan. Shri Paswan always fought for the welfare and the rights of the poor and the deprived
Whether it was the fight against the Emergency of 1975 or to make the mantra of the welfare of the poor meaningful in this period of the Corona pandemic in the Modi government, Shri Ram Vilas Paswan played a unique role in all these
His absence in Indian politics and in the Union Cabinet shall always be felt, and the Modi government is committed to complete his dream of welfare of the poor and the development of Bihar
The Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah condoled the passing away of the Union Cabinet Minister, Shri Ram Vilas Paswan. In series of tweets he has said, “I am extremely disturbed to hear the news about the passing away of Shri Ram Vilas Paswan. Shri Paswan always fought for the welfare and the rights of the poor and the deprived. He always kept national interest and public welfare paramount in his political life. His passing away has created a void in Indian politics.”
“Whether it was the fight against the Emergency of 1975 or to make the mantra of the welfare of the poor meaningful in this period of the Corona pandemic in the Modi government, Shri Ram Vilas Paswan played a unique role in all these. Shri Paswan while holding many important positions, was loved by everyone due to his simple and gentle personality.”
“His absence in Indian politics and in the Union Cabinet shall always be felt, and the Modi government is committed to complete his dream of welfare of the poor and the development of Bihar.”
“My condolences to his family and supporters and I pray for the peace of the departed Soul. Om Shanti.”
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Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
Three fishermen from Maharashtra among around 1,800 Special Invitees, invited to listen the Prime Minister’s address to the nation on Independence Day
In line with the Government’s vision of ‘Jan Bhagidari’, people from all walks of life, across India, to be part of the celebrations at the Red Fort
New Delhi/Mumbai : 10 August 2023
The Independence Day celebrations this year will be celebrated at the Red Fort in New Delhi in the presence of Special Invitees from across the country who have been invited to the capital witness the National flag being hoisted by the Prime Minister and listen to his Independence Day address to the nation. They include sarpanches of Vibrant villages, teachers, nurses, farmers, fishermen, people working in flagship programmes such as Central Vista project, Amrit Sarovar, Harghar Jal and others.
The Ministry of Fisheries, Aimal Husbandry and Dairying has selected three fishermen from the state of Maharashtra who will witness the Independence Day celebrations at the historic Red Fort, Delhi on August 15, 2023 as Special Guests. Fifty fishermen, along with their families, are among around 1,700 persons who have been invited to listen to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to the nation from ramparts of the iconic monument. The initiative to invite the people from all walks of life, across India, and be a part of the celebrations has been taken by the Government in line with its vision of ‘Jan Bhagidari’.
Of the 50 fishermen invited to witness the celebrations, three are from Maharashtra. Tukaram Wankhede, one of the Special Invitees, who hails from Nevpur in Aurangabad District and works with fresh water is thrilled to be invited for the Independence Day Celebrations in New Delhi. “It is a proud moment when a common man like me can travel to Delhi in an aeroplane and avail of special treatment. It is truly indicative of how such an important person like the Prime Minister reaches out to the poorest of poor man in the country. I am thankful to him for the invitation”, says Wankhede.
Another fishermen, Rajendra Shantaram Mehere, hailing from Satpati in Palghar District stated, “The Government initiatives to create an independent Ministry of Fisheries at the Centre, so that necessary infrastructure facilities are available to fishermen, extending Kisan Credit Card to fisheries, conservation of fish species, marine environment and others have immensely benefitted the fisheries sector. I am overjoyed to represent the sector in Delhi on the 15th of August.”
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
CIPET will open two new CSTS Centers at Bhagalpur and Varanasi
Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology  under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers Department of chemicals and petrochemicals will be shortly establishing two new Centres for Skilling and Technical Support- CSTS at Bhagalpur  and Varanasi  .
Secretary, Chemicals and Petrochemicals Shri R.K Chaturvedi said that every year 1000 youths will be trained in each centres through Diploma & Skill Development programmes for gainful employment in petrochemicals & allied industries.
Technical Support Services offered by these centres will act as a catalyst for development and growth of new and existing industries in the region.
Presently CIPET is having 43 operational centres and 9 more centres are in the process of establishment across the country catering to the needs of Polymer and allied industries. The Institute has completed 50 years of its dedicated service to the Nation. Currently it also has 31 Skilling and Technology Support CST Centres where Diploma, PG Diploma and Skill development training programmes are being organized ) in the field of Polymer Science, Engineering and Technology.
CIPET is actively contributing towards several Govt. of India initiatives viz., Skill India, Make in India, Swatchh Bharat Abhiyan, Stand up India, Start Up India and Digital India etc.
CIPET's Alumni has more than one Lakh students and the passed out are enrolled on regular basis every year. Global presence, occupying key positions and entrepreneurship are some of the key attributes of CIPET.
Ministry of Defence
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh reviews contribution of NCC in nation’s fight against COVID-19
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh today reviewed the contribution of National Cadet Corps  in preventing the spread of COVID-19 through a video conference. This is the first ever such conference in which Raksha Mantri has directly interacted with 17 NCC Directorates located all over the country. Lt Gen Rajeev Chopra, DG NCC and Dr Ajay Kumar, Defence Secretary also participated in the conference.
In his opening remarks the Raksha Mantri said that country is passing through challenging times and the government has taken several effective measures under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to contain COVID-19. He expressed confidence that the nation will emerge victorious from this crisis.
Shri Rajnath Singh appreciated the vital role that the NCC directorates were playing as more than 60 thousand NCC cadets, of whom 25 per cent were girl cadets are assisting the local administration in preventing COVID-19.
The NCC cadets have been engaged in logistics and Supply chain management duties, ensuring supply of essential food material, medicines, assisting in traffic duties, etc. Some of cadets have also made educational videos for social media, while others have made masks and distributed them locally.
While appreciating their praiseworthy role, Raksha Mantri cautioned that the NCC cadets should be deployed for only such tasks for which they have been trained.
During the review meeting Shri Rajnath Singh announced that the Government is determined to expand the NCC and has decided to go ahead for its expansion in the Coastal and Border areas.
Raksha Mantri also stressed on the modernisation of NCC with a view to make it more relevant to the new and changed times. He also stressed on the need to make the NCC activities compatible with the semester system of the colleges and universities.
The ADGs and DDGs of the NCC Directorates have unanimously thanked the Raksha Mantri for the unique opportunity of direct interaction with him and apprised him of the NCC cadets’ contribution in fighting COVID-19 in their respective Directorates.
They briefed that the morale of the cadets is very high and that their contribution has received praise from both the citizens and the administration.
Ministry of Defence
Course completion ceremony to be held at Indian Naval academy on 13 June 2020
- Indian Naval Academy , Ezhimala will hold its Course Completion Ceremony for Spring Term 2020 on Saturday, 13th June 2020. The ceremony will be a scaled down events without presence of parents and guests of trainees, considering the precautions to be followed during COVID -19 crisis. The trainees who will complete their training, comprise four different courses of Spring Term 2020, viz., 98th Indian Naval Academy Course , 98th Indian Naval Academy Course , 29th Naval Orientation Course  and 30th Naval Orientation Course  including Coast Guard and trainees from friendly foreign countries.
- INA followed the principle of ‘Adapt and Adopt’ to continue training during the COVID – 19 crisis. This included adapting to the circumstances by modifying the training pattern and adopting safe practices of social distancing and preventive measures. The trainees completing the course have successfully met their requisite standards of academics and outdoor training. The passing out trainees were administered the Oath of Allegiance by Rear Admiral Tarun Sobti, VSM, Deputy Commandant and Chief Instructor, INA on 10th June 2020. To commemorate the sacrifices of the brave soldiers of the country, a Wreath Laying Ceremony was also conducted at the War Memorial “Prerna Sthal” of INA. These trainees will move to their professional schools and downstream units, directly from INA by service transport on completion of the course.
- Vice Admiral Anil Kumar Chawla, PVSM, AVSM, NM, VSM, ADC, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command, will be the Chief Guest for the Course Completion Ceremony.